Vijit Chao Phraya 2024: a light show not to be missed in Bangkok

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Vijit Chao Phraya 2024: a light show not to be missed in Bangkok

Along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok plays host to Vijit Chao Phraya 2024, an exceptional cultural event that lights up the city from 16 November to 15 December.

Vijit Chao Phraya 2024: a unique festival of lights

Organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and private partners, Vijit Chao Phraya 2024 showcases Thailand’s cultural heritage. The event takes place every evening from 16 November to 15 December along the Chao Phraya River. The programme includes illuminations, projections, Thai cultural shows and fireworks. As well as delighting spectators, it aims to generate 600 million baht and extend the length of tourist stays in the region.

Vijit Chao Phraya 2024’s must-see places

Vijit Chao Phraya 2024's must-see places

The participating sites and their main attractions are listed below:

LocationMain attractionDatesNumber of shows
Rama VIII Bridge**Light and sound show with lasers and musicFrom 16 November to 15 December6 shows per day
Dynamic laser shows and soundscapesFrom 16 November to 15 December6 shows a dayWat Arun
Wat Arun**Light and drone show celebrating the temple’s heritage16, 17 November, 15 December1 show a day
Light and drone show celebrating the temple’s heritage24 November, 1, 8 December2 shows a day
Laser shows, cultural performances and fireworksSpecial dates*2 shows a daySunanthal Building
Sunanthalai Building (Rajini School)**Video mapping with light and soundFrom 16 November to 15 December6 shows a day
Memory Bridge (Phra Phuttha Yodfa)**Illuminations, lasers and fireworksFrom 16 November to 15 December6 shows per day; fireworks: 1/day
Abandoned Building (Soi Lhong 1919)**Dramatic light and sound showFrom 16 November to 15 December6 shows a day

Please note:
Specific dates for Wat Kalayanamitr: 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 November; 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 December.

Programme du Festival Vijit Chao Phraya 2024

Programme du Festival Vijit Chao Phraya 2024

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